Spring
What´s a Bearing?
The support that holds a rotating shaft
Winch & Crank mechanism
Toys (Clockwork music box), Combustion Motors & Automatic Tools
Worm Drive
What do Car Suspension Systems do?
They ABSORB and DISSIPATE motion on bumpy roads
Cam mechanism
Crankshaft mechanism?
Sewing Machines, Motorcycle Engines, Combustion motors that use pistons etc.
Ratchet
What does a Ratchet do?
A ratchet controls the direction of motion
Rack & Pinion mechanism
Rack & Pinion mechanism?
Sliding Doors, Conveyor Belts, Car Steering etc.
Scissorjack
A cam works with a ______ to move other parts/ turn a switch on and off.
Follower
Crankshaft
Winch & Crank mechanism?
Blinds, Cranes, Manually Operated Car Windows, etc.
Freewheel
Why do we use coupling mechanisms?
To allign/connect two shafts
What type of speed system is this?
Decreasing speed system
Crank & Rod mechanism?
Windscreen Wipers, Internal Combustion Engines, Pumps, Compressors etc.